1982 Honda Prelude vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Prelude | 408 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |